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Musée du Luxembourg

4.3 (2,136)$$$ · Expensive

Set within the Luxembourg Gardens, this museum focuses on temporary art exhibitions rather than a permanent collection. Past shows, including one on Leonora Carrington, have drawn praise for being well organized and informative, though the exhibition space is fairly compact. Staff are noted as welcoming, and the galleries are air-conditioned, making it a comfortable stop on warm days.

✨ Reasons to go

  • 1Located inside the Luxembourg Gardens
  • 2Hosts only temporary exhibitions, with no permanent collection, so it closes between shows

💡 Good to know

This museum has no permanent collection and only opens during temporary exhibitions, closing in between. Hours shown apply only when an exhibition is running — check current status before visiting.

⏱️ Typical visit

1h15

🕰️ Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon, early evening or evening

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

19 Rue de Vaugirard, 75006 Paris, France · Saint-Germain-des-PrésGoogleApple
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Hours

  • Monday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM (late night)
  • Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
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Booking

Booking required

What people say

"Leonora Carrington is my favorite artist so this exhibition means a lot for me. It is very well organized and very informative exhibition. I also like the gift shop and selection of the products. Very well done!"

Sirin Mitrani